Frozen Veggie Fried Rice (Printable)

A flavorful dish blending frozen mixed vegetables, eggs, and soy sauce for a quick, nutritious meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Rice

01 - 2 cups cooked and chilled white rice (preferably day-old)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 ½ cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)

→ Eggs

03 - 2 large eggs

→ Aromatics

04 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 2 green onions, sliced (optional)

→ Seasonings & Sauces

07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
08 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

10 - Sesame seeds (optional)
11 - Extra sliced green onions (optional)

# Method:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
02 - Add frozen mixed vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until heated through.
03 - Push vegetables to one side of the pan. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the empty side, then crack in eggs. Gently scramble until just set.
04 - Add chilled cooked rice to the skillet. Break up any clumps and mix thoroughly with vegetables and eggs.
05 - Drizzle soy sauce and toasted sesame oil evenly over the rice. Sprinkle black pepper. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until hot and well-coated.
06 - Add sliced green onions if desired and stir to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and extra green onions if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes for busy weeknights
  • Customizable with any frozen veggies you have on hand
02 -
  • Day-old rice ensures the dish stays fluffy and not mushy
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari if wheat is a concern
03 -
  • Always chill the rice before frying for the best texture
  • Add the soy sauce around the edge of the pan to maximize the smoky flavor
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